Cottage Cruiser 15/6
The Cottage Cruiser Canoe is the ultimate midsize hull for all your adventures. Crafted by Bear Mountain Boats, this canoe offers versatility and style for all types of excursions.
Why You’ll Love It
- Perfect blend of traditional design and modern capacity
- Ideal for beach outings, portages, or extended canoe trips
- Beautiful planking for a professional look on the water
- Designed by Steve Killing for Canadian Canoes Ltd. in 1997
FAQ
What is the length of the Cottage Cruiser Canoe?
The length of the canoe is 15'6.5".
Is the Cottage Cruiser Canoe suitable for long trips?
Yes, it is perfect for extended canoe trips.
Who designed the Cottage Cruiser Canoe?
The canoe was designed by Steve Killing for Canadian Canoes Ltd. in 1997.
• Length 15'6.5"
• Maximum beam 35"
• Beam waterline 31.75"
• Bow height 20"
• Centre depth 13.5"
• Draft 4"
• Displacement 337 lbs
• Wetted surface 22.85 sq.ft
• Weight to immerse 132 lb/in
• Prismatic coefficient 0.525
• Weight 45 to 55 lbs
The Canadian Canoe Company just north of Toronto spearheaded this project in 1997. They love traditional boats but wanted a midsize hull that had a little more capacity than the 15 footers.
This new design quite obviously borrows some of its heritage from the Prospector series but is graced with a little more tumblehome in the hull sides and less curvature in the sheer. We think it is even better looking that the boats you remember as a kid.
Don't let the cottage reference fool you, this boat is happy playing near the beach, on portages or off on a two week canoe trip. It planks up beautifully and will make you look like a professional.
Is this the right boat for you?
© Steve Killing Yacht Design 1999
Designed by Steve Killing for Ron Frenette, Canadian Canoes Ltd. 1997
Photo of customer built boat courtesy of Dawne Olson (1/2) Louis and Pauline Parent (3), Thomas Ulrich (4/5)